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Proclamation declaring May 20 to May 26, 2018 as National Public Works Week in the City of Pflugerville.
Summary
National Public Works Week is a celebration of the tens of thousands of men and women in North America who provide and maintain the infrastructure and services collectively known as public works. National Public Works Week is observed each year in May to raise the public's awareness of public works issues and to increase confidence in public works employees who are dedicated to improving the quality of life for present and future generations.
This year’s theme “The Power of Public Works” gives voice to the impact the many facets of public works have on modern civilization. From providing clean water to disposing of solid waste, to building roads and bridges or planning for and implementing solutions to everyday concerns, public works provides, maintains, and improves the structures and services that assure a higher quality of life for our communities.
One example of Public Works stewardship of the environment and enhancement of the quality of life for our citizens is the City’s Annual Clean Up Day. This year’s Clean Up Day was held on Saturday, April 7, 2018 from 8:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Residents were able to dispose of unwanted items such as tires, brush and tree limbs, electronics, furniture, household trash, latex paint, vehicle batteries, paper/ cardboard/plastics, used motor oil and filters, and scrap metal. Over 389 residents participated in the event.
In recognition of National Public Works Week, the City of Pflugerville will host a Public Works Open House on Friday, May 25, 2018 at the City of Pflugerville Central Wastewater Treatment Plant, 15500 Sun Light Near Way #B, from 1 p.m. to 6 p.m. Citizens will have an opportunity to tour the facilities and learn more about the responsibilities of the Public Works Department.
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